Preschool Teacher (1.0 FTE) Woodstock Child Development Center REOPENED at Alameda Unified School District
About the Employer
The Alameda Unified School District is committed to upholding our community’s core values of equity and excellence for every student by providing inclusive and safe conditions for learning that challenge and support every student to be culturally competent and prepared for college, career, and community participation. Our vision is that each and every child is compassionate, confident, and feels successful, academically prepared, and able to make meaningful, positive impact in their lives, the lives of others, and the world around them. We are a diverse community of seventeen (17) schools serving approximately 9000 students ranging from Preschool to Adult Learners. Our students represent many cultures and ethnic groups, with 72 languages spoken by students. Approximately 14% of our students are English Language Learners; 12% receive Special Education Services; and 29% are Socioeconomically Disadvantaged. Our student population is comprised of 7% African American, 27% Asian, 16% Hispanic, 30% White, and 12% Two or more races. Equity Imperative The Alameda Unified School District believes that inequities exist within our current educational system. Our African American and Latinx students are underserved and it is our responsibility at Alameda Unified School District to provide equitable educational opportunities for them and all students. A diverse workforce matters and is beneficial to all of our students. With this ideal in mind, our goal is to find the best candidates suited to uphold our community’s core values of equity and excellence for every student. For more information about the Alameda Unified School District, please visit: https://www.alamedaunified.org
Requirements / Qualifications
(Was posted as "seniority" from 4/9/18 - 4/19/18, and is now reopened) -Valid California Teaching Credential- Child Development Instructional Permit and/or Child Development Site Supervisor Permit (at least 24 semester CD units); -Desired–Bilingual: Cantonese, Spanish, Tagalog and Vietnamese. -Bachelor Degree preferable in related fields. -Knowledge and experience in implementing Preschool Learning Foundations, Preschool Curriculum Framework, and Developmentally Appropriate Practice. -Knowledge in Emergent and Project Approach Curriculum. -Know how to do child observation, documentation, creativity, brainstorming, flexibility and patience. -Create a developmentally appropriate environment, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and prepare these children for Kindergarten through play. -Minimum of three (3) years successful teaching experience in a center-based early childhood development program. -Knowledge of state child development and licensing guidelines pertaining to the Children's Center program. -Assist in general operation of the Center and assumes responsibility for the Center. Duties/Responsibilities: - Meeting with Director/Principal regularly to maintain communication channels; - Assisting in assessing center needs, determining objectives, and planning program activities; - Coordinates staff duties and responsibilities under direction of Director/Principal; - Communicating effectively with students, parents, staff and community; - Maintaining professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the District and/or self-selected professional group activities; - Assisting in insuring compliance with District policies and procedures, as well as with State Child Development Division and Dept. of Social Services requirements, ie: ratios, PQR, Coordinate Compliance Review, and licensing.
Please be sure to attach all the following documents: resume, introduction letter, transcripts or a copy of your degree, CBEST scores, CSET scores, credential, and letters of recommendation.
Requirements / Qualifications
(Was posted as "seniority" from 4/9/18 - 4/19/18, and is now reopened) -Valid California Teaching Credential- Child Development Instructional Permit and/or Child Development Site Supervisor Permit (at least 24 semester CD units); -Desired–Bilingual: Cantonese, Spanish, Tagalog and Vietnamese. -Bachelor Degree preferable in related fields. -Knowledge and experience in implementing Preschool Learning Foundations, Preschool Curriculum Framework, and Developmentally Appropriate Practice. -Knowledge in Emergent and Project Approach Curriculum. -Know how to do child observation, documentation, creativity, brainstorming, flexibility and patience. -Create a developmentally appropriate environment, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and prepare these children for Kindergarten through play. -Minimum of three (3) years successful teaching experience in a center-based early childhood development program. -Knowledge of state child development and licensing guidelines pertaining to the Children's Center program. -Assist in general operation of the Center and assumes responsibility for the Center. Duties/Responsibilities: - Meeting with Director/Principal regularly to maintain communication channels; - Assisting in assessing center needs, determining objectives, and planning program activities; - Coordinates staff duties and responsibilities under direction of Director/Principal; - Communicating effectively with students, parents, staff and community; - Maintaining professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the District and/or self-selected professional group activities; - Assisting in insuring compliance with District policies and procedures, as well as with State Child Development Division and Dept. of Social Services requirements, ie: ratios, PQR, Coordinate Compliance Review, and licensing.
Please be sure to attach all the following documents: resume, introduction letter, transcripts or a copy of your degree, CBEST scores, CSET scores, credential, and letters of recommendation.
Comments and Other Information
AUSD Non-Discrimination Policy
The Alameda Unified School District (AUSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The AUSD does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Chief Academic Officer is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the Alameda Unified School District efforts to meet the legal obligations set forth in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in AUSD employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Educational Services department. Any questions regarding Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 or Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1974, please contact:
Steven Fong
Chief Academic Officer
2060 Challenger Drive
Alameda, CA 94501
510.337.7063 Telephone
510.749.9532 Fax
Comments and Other Information
AUSD Non-Discrimination Policy
The Alameda Unified School District (AUSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. The AUSD does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The Chief Academic Officer is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the Alameda Unified School District efforts to meet the legal obligations set forth in state and federal civil rights laws, and regulations in AUSD employment and delivery of education services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Educational Services department. Any questions regarding Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 or Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1974, please contact:
Steven Fong
Chief Academic Officer
2060 Challenger Drive
Alameda, CA 94501
510.337.7063 Telephone
510.749.9532 Fax
Application Deadline
4/27/2018 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/9/2018
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$29,319.25 - $62,652.99; MA Degree Stipend: $1,571.03
Length of Work Year
2017/18 SY
Employment Type
Full Time